In an appearance on "Fox & Friends" Monday morning, President Trump's senior advisor and son-in-law Jared Kushner unintentionally revealed his inner racial bias while attempting to court Black voters.
During the interview, Kushner was asked about rapper Ice Cube's decision to work with the president on his Platinum Plan that aims to invest $500 million in Black communities. Kushner said he was connected to Ice Cube through "some mutual friends."
Then, while insisting on how Trump's policies have allegedly helped the Black community, Kushner inferred that African-Americans are lazy complainers.
"Again, one thing that we have seen in a lot of the Black community, which is mostly Democrat, is that President Trump's policies are the policies that can help people break out of the problems that they're complaining about," Kushner said. "But he can't want them to be successful more than that they want to be successful."
Let's unpack this, shall we?
In his comments, Kushner claims that Trump's policies can help the Black community "break out of the problems" they are "complaining about."
The statement makes it sound as if systemic racism, inequality, and injustice are something that Black people use as an excuse for problems within the community. It's a complete dismissal of the everyday reality that Black people face.
Kushner's comments are completely in alignment with the president, who has been dismissive of the Black Lives Matter movement. Trump has called the movement "an extreme socialist" organization and has referred to its leaders as "fools."
The second egregious comment that Kushner made was that Trump "can't want them to be successful more than that they want to be successful." So, according to Kushner, some Black people don't care about their own personal success as much as Trump does.
Kushner is leaning into the racist trope that Black people are lazy. It's a stereotype that conservatives have relied on for years to rationalize their inaction on economic and societal problems faced by African-Americans.
"This dismissive approach to the issues that Black voters care about is indicative of Trump's callousness and disregard for the lives of Black people," Democratic National Committee Press Secretary Brandon Gassaway, said in a statement. "We cannot afford another four years of a White House that does not take our voices seriously and tells us to be grateful for whatever scraps are leftover from the bargaining table."
Kushner's comments are even more condescending considering the fact that both he and Trump are people who were raised in incredibly rich families that inherited a large portion of their wealth.
According to Forbes, the Kushner family is worth nearly $2 billion.
Reports show that Trump received a $400 million dollar inheritance from his father's business empire.
Kushner's comments come as Trump is having a hard time improving his standing with Black voters. A new CBS-BET poll released on October 25, found that only 8% of likely Black voters say they will vote for Trump.
In 2016, Trump received 8% of the Black vote, a 2% gain over the previous Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney.
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This response to someone grieving a friend might be the best internet comment ever
When someone is hit with the sudden loss of a friend or loved one, words rarely feel like enough. Yet, more than a decade ago, a wise Redditor named GSnow shared thoughts so profound they still bring comfort to grieving hearts today.
Originally posted around 2011, the now-famous reply was rediscovered when Upvoted, an official Reddit publication, featured it again to remind everyone of its enduring truth. It began as a simple plea for help: “My friend just died. I don't know what to do.”
What followed was a piece of writing that many consider one of the internet’s best comments of all time. It remains shared across social media, grief forums, and personal messages to this day because its honesty and metaphor speak to the raw reality of loss and the slow, irregular path toward healing.
Below is GSnow’s full reply, unchanged, in all its gentle, wave-crashing beauty:
Why this advice still matters
Mental health professionals and grief counselors often describe bereavement in stages or phases, but GSnow’s “wave theory” gives an image more relatable for many. Rather than a linear process, grief surges and retreats—sometimes triggered by a song, a place, or a simple morning cup of coffee.
In recent years, this metaphor has found renewed relevance. Communities on Reddit, TikTok, and grief support groups frequently reshare it to help explain the unpredictable nature of mourning.
Many readers say this analogy helps them feel less alone, giving them permission to ride each wave of grief rather than fight it.
Finding comfort in shared wisdom
Since this comment first surfaced, countless people have posted their own stories underneath it, thanking GSnow and passing the words to others facing fresh heartbreak. It’s proof that sometimes, the internet can feel like a global support group—strangers linked by shared loss and hope.
For those searching for more support today, organizations like The Dougy Center, GriefShare, and local bereavement groups offer compassionate resources. If you or someone you know is struggling with intense grief, please reach out to mental health professionals who can help navigate these deep waters.
When grief comes crashing like the ocean, remember these words—and hang on. There is life between the waves.
This article originally appeared four years ago.